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Zao Fox Village

蔵王キツネ村

Mountain forest park in Miyagi with over 100 free-roaming foxes of six species, where visitors can watch and feed them, alongside other animals.

Sleeping Red fox at Zao Fox Village
Sleeping Red fox at Zao Fox Village © Cp9asngf, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
Mon–Sun 09:00–16:00
Holidays 09:00–16:00
Admission
Standard
Adult ¥1,000
Links
Official website Japanese
Access
11-3, Fukuokayatsumiya, Shiroishi City, Miyagi
〒 989-0733
How to get there
Nearest stationShiroishi Station
白石
Tohoku Main Line153 min walk from the station
Nearest bus stopキツネ村1 min walk from the bus stop
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Miyagi Zao Fox Village is a unique wildlife sanctuary located in the mountains of Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. This sanctuary is a home to over 100 free-roaming foxes of six different species. The village is located in a serene forest, making it an ideal place for visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature and observe the foxes in their natural habitat.

The foxes at Miyagi Zao Fox Village are not kept in cages, but they are free to roam around the park as they please. Visitors can walk through the village, observe the foxes from up close, and even feed them with the food provided by the park. It is an exciting experience to be surrounded by these furry creatures and see their playful and curious behavior.

Apart from the foxes, the park is also home to other animals, such as rabbits, goats, and ponies. The park is also known for its beautiful cherry blossoms, which make it an excellent destination for tourists during the spring season. Additionally, there are also other activities available at the park, such as renting traditional Japanese clothes and taking photos with the foxes.

In conclusion, Miyagi Zao Fox Village is a unique wildlife sanctuary that provides visitors with an opportunity to see and interact with foxes up close. It is an excellent destination for animal lovers and those who enjoy nature. Visitors are advised to follow the park's rules and regulations, including refraining from touching the foxes without permission and feeding them only with the food provided by the park.

Getting There

Map: Getting to Zao Fox Village. Legend: Tohoku Main Line; Shinkansen; Bus from Shiroishi. Labelled stations: Fukushima, Sendai, Natori, Shiroishi, Shiroishi-Zao.

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